Camper Readiness and Fitness Recommentations

To fully participate in Camp Wojtyla, campers must be in good physical and mental health and capable of thriving in a rugged, outdoor environment at elevations of 7,800 feet or higher. Campers will engage in a significant amount of walking, hiking, climbing, and other physically demanding activities.

Some or all of the elements of life at Camp may aggravate certain health conditions. Please reference our program-specific Essential Eligibility Criteria for the physical and behavioral expectations at Camp Wojtyla.

• Basecamp Essential Eligibility Criteria

  The programs include our middle school Wilderness Adventure, the high school Outpost Adventure, and our high school Alpine Expedition. Campers at Basecamp will be assigned to a small, carefully selected group for the duration of their session. These groups do everything together—sleeping, eating, hiking, and engaging in activities—so it is essential that campers can follow directions, cooperate with peers, and contribute positively to their group’s experience.
  
  

• Backpacking Essential Eligibility Criteria

  Backpacking programs include our Backcountry Excursions only. They involve remote travel, rugged terrain, and unique physical challenges. While they are designed with beginners in mind, they are best suited for teens with average or above-average health and fitness levels.

These trips are incredibly rewarding for those who are ready—but can be overly challenging for those who are not. If you’ve reviewed our Backpacking Essential Eligibility Criteria and aren’t sure if the program would be a good fit for your child, we strongly encourage you and your camper to complete our Backpacking Readiness Questionnaire.

Once you’ve selected a program and your child has been offered a spot at Camp, we will collect a full camper health history during online registration. If your child has a physical, mental, or emotional health condition that may impact their ability to safely participate in Camp activities, and you’d like to discuss it prior to entering our lottery or waitlist, please email us at registrar@camp-w.com. A member of our administrative team will follow up with you directly.